Manager, Category Management (Fashion & Living - Licensing)

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It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal's affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. The Manager, Fashion & Living Category Management leads strategy and execution for assigned categories and licensees, driving growth across the category. This role is responsible for managing licensee relationships, conducting financial and business analysis, and identifying new opportunities that expand the portfolio. The manager partners closely with cross-functional teams to deliver against retail, product and revenue objectives. The ideal candidate brings experience in brand strategy, licensing, and the retail landscape, along with an entrepreneurial mindset and a proactive approach to achieving category growth. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $90,000 - $125,000 (bonus eligible) KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to the overall Fashion & Living category strategy by identifying white space, underdeveloped categories, and developing licensee and merchandise plans by property, ensuring alignment with franchise objectives and revenue goals. Prospect, pitch, and secure new business opportunities, including new business models that drive incremental revenue. Lead the annual budget planning and quarterly revenue forecasting process, establishing licensee objectives and initiatives that support broader business targets. Manage all aspects of licensee relationships, including deal negotiation, contract management, deal entry, approvals, and renewals. Serve as the primary point of contact for day‑to‑day communication. Partner with Contract Operations, Legal, and cross‑functional teams to streamline contract workflows and ensure timely approvals. Collaborate with Product Development, Retail Sales, Franchise, and Marketing teams to deliver compelling product assortments and strengthen brand presence across retail channels. Drive new licensee recruitment through market analysis, prospecting, pitching, and development of presentations and reporting materials. Analyze competitive landscape and market trends to identify category growth opportunities and inform strategic planning. Leverage retail insights to optimize product placement, merchandising, and licensing strategies across key retail channels. Build strong internal partnerships to identify cross‑category opportunities and enhance collaboration across teams. Proactively identify and pursue innovative partnerships and business models that unlock incremental revenue and expand the category. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Minimum 5+ years in licensing, ideally within Fashion & Living or a related consumer products field. BA/BS degree preferred. Strong background in brand building, brand positioning, and selling brand concepts, with a solid understanding of the retail landscape. Proficient in negot